The platform’s simple web interface makes it easy to issue, manage, and monitor the usage of security tokens. On the other hand, rules for token ownership, such as regional restrictions and investor accreditation, are established through a web interface and companion API. The rules are then enforced by a combination of multisignature smart contracts and a server-based Liquid Authorizer.

This means that token rules are not required to be written at the smart contract level and can be easily adjusted via the Liquid Securities control panel, allowing issuers to adapt to the rapidly evolving regulations.

“Businesses around the world are racing to take advantage of the tokenization of securities,” said Samson Mow, CSO of Blockstream.

“Unfortunately, blockchain platforms like Ethereum are failing them due to issues with scaling, privacy, and reliability. Liquid was built to address these issues. Now, with the launch of Liquid Securities, businesses can quickly issue Liquid-based security tokens with the click of a button, and establish sophisticated rulesets to conform with their regulatory requirements with no engineering experience required.”